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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-25-13 Council MinutesREC0R$ubgnFCil�r U9IEEDINGS Minutes of Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK. INC.. FORM b66.101411 March 25, 2018 Held_ �rF Council Member Boring, Acting Mayor, called the Monday, March 25, 2013 Regular Meeting of Dublin City Council to order at 6:30 p.m. at the Dublin Municipal Building. ADJOURNMENT TO EXECUTIVE SESSION Mrs. Boring moved to adjourn to executive session to discuss land acquisition matters (to consider the purchase of property for public purposes), and personnel matters (to consider the appointment of a public employee or official). Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes. (Mr. Reiner joined the session in progress.) The meeting was reconvened at 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mr. Keenan led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Council members present were Mrs. Boring, Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, Mr. Gerber, Mr. Keenan and Mr. Reiner. Mayor Lecklider and Vice Mayor Salay were absent (excused). Staff members present were Ms. Grigsby, Mr. Smith, Ms. Mumma, Chief von Eckartsberg, Ms. Crandall, Mr. Somerville, Mr. Wagner, Ms. Ott, Mr. Hammersmith, Mr. Hahn, Mr. Langworthy, Ms. Husak, Mr. Edwards, Mr. Tyler and Ms. LeRoy. Mrs. Boring stated that as Acting Mayor, she would like to address two procedural matters. The City's Revised Charter provides that in the temporary absence of both the Mayor and Vice Mayor, the senior Council member, based on length of continuous elected service with the City, shall serve as Acting Mayor. In addition, the Law Director's office indicates that for any vote to pass tonight, it must be approved by four members, also required by the Revised Charter. CITIZEN COMMENTS Mark Spears, 6878 Conquistador Court , representing Green Energy Ohio (GEO), stated that he is present tonight for two reasons. First, he would like to thank Council and City staff for designing greatness into Dublin. Five years ago, he and his family moved from San Diego, California to Dublin. They selected Dublin due to its schools, parks, walking trails and its obvious commitment to the community. As a civil engineer, he worked closely with City planners and designers in San Diego. He understands the process of community planning and community involvement. With that qualification, he would like to commend Council for its excellent planning for the continuous improvement of the City. His second purpose is to invite Council and staff to the GEO Spring Tour in Dublin this May. GEO is a not for profit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally and economically sustainable energy policies and practices in Ohio. GEO is primarily an educational dissemination tool to express environmentally as well as economically beneficial aspects to Ohio. To demonstrate this, he would like to provide a local example. In Muirfield, there is a resident named Charlie who owns a company called Charlie's Grilled Subs with approximately 400 locations in 14 different countries. Four years ago, while on a retreat, Charlie participated in a tour of the facilities of Geothermal Heating and Cooling Ecology. He became interested in environmental technology, and a year later, he started a company called Solar Planet. Solar Planet is currently installing electric systems in public institutions around the state. An installation at Centerburg Local Schools now powers 80 percent of their electrical needs. Solar Planet has about $200 million worth of these public institution projects planned around the state through the year 2014. This story outlines the importance of exposure to new ideas. The outcome of that one educational event is a tremendous victory for Ohio's economy and environment. GEO is hopeful that this Spring Tour in Dublin will give birth to ideas, partnerships and technologies that will benefit Dublin, Ohio and the planet. He is providing Council members with a current issue of the GEO magazine, which features several articles written by City of Dublin staff. As GEO continues to coordinate with City staff and local businesses on the details of this upcoming REC0RqubgnFCi�y n;EEDINGS Minutes of Meeting DAYTON LEGAL BLANK, INC.. FORM NO 10149 March 25, 2013 Page 2 of 9 Held 20 event, he would like to return to Council to provide more details of the event. An endorsement of the GEO event by City Council would be very beneficial, because it is truly "greener in Dublin." Mrs. Boring inquired if a date had been set for the Spring Tour. Mr. Spears responded that it would be held on May 17 -18, 2013. CONSENT AGENDA Mrs. Boring noted that two items are proposed for action on the consent agenda. She asked whether any Council member requests removal of an item for further consideration !� under the regular agenda. Mrs. Boring moved approval of the action requested for the two items on the consent agenda. Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion: Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes. • Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of March 11, 2013 • Ordinance 26 -13 (Introduction /first reading) Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Real Estate Purchase Agreement with Wendy's International, Inc. for the Purchase of 2.37 Acres, More or Less, Generally Located to the Southeast of Riverside Drive and West Dublin - Granville Road Intersection. (Second reading /public hearing April 8 Council meeting) SECOND READING /PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCES Ordinance 19 -13 Amending Chapter 99 of the City of Dublin Codified Ordinances (Wireless Communications Regulations). Ms. Ray stated that there are no changes since the first reading of this legislation. Council had no questions. Vote on the Ordinance Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes. Ordinance 20 -13 Amending Various Portions of Chapter 96 (Parks and Recreation) of the Dublin Codified Ordinances. Mr. Hahn stated that there are no changes since the first reading of this legislation. Council had no questions. Vote on the Ordinance Mr. Keenan, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Ms. Chinnici- Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes. 11 Ordinance 23 -13 Accepting the Updated Estimated Average Per Aare Value of Land for Park Fees in Lieu of Land Dedication. Mr. Hahn stated that every two years, the City completes an appraisal and by ordinance establishes the amount of the fee the City will accept in lieu of land for developers to meet their open space requirements. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher noted that there was a slight increase. Mr. Keenan stated that the fee had remained flat for a few years. Mr. Hahn responded that two years ago, there was actually a slight decrease. However, the recent appraisal reflects a need to increase it. Vote on the Ordinance Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes. Ordinance 24 -13 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Necessary Conveyance Documentation to Acquire a 0.279 Acres (with 0.279 Acres as Present Road Occupied), More or RECOR Minutes of Meeting March 25, 2013 Page 3 of 9 DAYTON LEGAL BLANK. NG .FOAM NO. 101" y Held_ �(} f Less, Permanent Multi -Use, Utility, Grading and Drainage Easement, a 0.012 Acres, More or Less, Temporary Easement, and a 0.020 Acres, More or Less Temporary Easement from Sumphan and Tanapom Karuchit. Ms. Ott stated that there have no changes since the first reading. Council had no questions. Vote on the Ordinance Mr. Keenan, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Ms. Chinnici- p` Zuercher, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes. f il INTRODUCTION /FIRST READING — ORDINANCES Ordinance 2S -13 Rezoning Approximately 3.02 Acres Located on the West Side of Coffman Road, Approximately 300 Feet North of the Intersection with Roscommon Road from R -1, Restricted Suburban Residential District to PUD, Planned Unit Development District (Coffman Reserve PUD) to Establish a Six-Lot, Single - Family Detached Residential Development and 0.29 Acres of Open Space. (Case 12- 066Z/PDP /PP) (Second reading /public hearing April 8 Council meeting) Mr. Gerber introduced the ordinance. Ms. Husak stated that this is a request for a rezoning and preliminary plat for a proposed six -lot, single - family development on three acres. The site is on the west side of Coffman Road, bounded on the north and west sides by Hemingway Village, and on the south side by Shannon Village. The Dublin City Schools administration building is across the street on the east side of Coffman Road. The site boundaries consist of many evergreen trees. There is a single - family structure with a bam in the south- central portion of the site with an access point off Coffman Road. A new cul de sac is platted as right -of -way for proposed Killarney Court, which will provide access for the other proposed lots to Coffman - Road. Two reserves are proposed. On the north side, a small reserve will preserve existing evergreen trees as a buffer to the lots to the north. On the south side, there is a reserve for a detention area for stormwater management. The plan also preserves the existing trees along the boundaries as a buffer to the existing homes surrounding the site. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of the development plan with three conditions, which the applicant has satisfied as part of the revised development text provided tonight. There was a tree waiver contemplated by the Commission, which has since been removed from the development text. The Commission also recommended approval of the preliminary development plat with two conditions. The applicant will pay a fee in lieu of dedicating 1.1 acre of open space for this development. Mr. Reiner stated that there are only six lots in this development. Who will be responsible for maintaining the detention basin? Will the homeowners have a self - funded homeowners association? Ms. Husak responded that they would have a forced and funded homeowners association for the six lots. Mr. Reiner inquired how their fee would be determined. Ms. Husak responded that the applicant would address this question. Charles Ruma, Virginia Homes, 1010 Brewster Lane, Powell, Ohio stated that they originally requested a stormwater waiver for this subdivision. There will be a very insignificant amount of water going into a 66 -inch adjacent storm sewer, which runs through the site. The waiver was denied, so the only alternative was to produce an aboveground detention facility. It will be maintained by the homeowners, which will necessitate an annual fee to cover the mowing and moderate maintenance to control the water flow through that area. Mr. Reiner inquired how that homeowner fee is determined. Homeowner associations have come before Council to petition the City to maintain their property because they have been financially unable to do so. Council is concerned that the purchasers of these f homes are made aware of this fee at the time of their purchase, and that the fee is high enough for them to be able to maintain the area. Mr. Ruma responded that the majority of the maintenance would be mowing. He does not anticipate a need for additional maintenance, as the feature is designed with french drains and sufficient gravel to minimize the need for maintenance. The homeowner association RECORgubQinFCi�y�( cC.�.iEEDINGS Minutes of Meeting DAttON'_ECAL MAW. INC. FORM NO 1014a March 25, 2013 Page 4 of 9 Held fee will be calculated on the anticipated annual cost for mowing and for minimal entryway maintenance. Mr. Reiner stated that he would like to ensure that the fee is sufficient to maintain the property in perpetuity. Mrs. Boring stated that, typically, that information is included in the homeowners' deed restrictions. The home buyers form a homeowners association, establish an annual budget, and charge the fee accordingly. Mr. Reiner stated that he would like to ensure the issue is addressed appropriately with this development, so that Council does not have to address it again in the future. Mr. Ruma stated that he does not know if it would be possible at this point in the process, but the best way to address the issue would be to permit the stormwater waiver. There are hundreds of lots in this area that have no stormwater detention or retention anywhere within the area. These six lots will not impact the stormwater calculations. Those numbers were submitted to Engineering to prove that it is a very insignificant number. He believes a better alternative would be to have larger lots, eliminate the detention facility and have a park in this location instead. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher requested staff to explain the reason the waiver was denied. Mr. Hammersmith responded that it is not an insignificant amount of water, when one considers the fact that the basin itself is like a large lot. In addition, the Ohio EPA requires the stormwater quality component to be addressed with a stormwater basin or some type of facility. The City cannot grant a waiver of the stormwater requirements. Even though the stormwater issue may seem insignificant at this location, stormwater erosion is a problem that the City ultimately must deal with; therefore, it is beneficial to the City to manage it wherever possible. Mrs. Boring inquired if there is a different way to accomplish this. Mr. Hammersmith responded that there are several ways. The developer chose to do it on the surface, but it could also be addressed underground, or by using manufactured units to handle the quality and detention. Mr. Ruma clarified that they would not be ignoring the stormwater quality issue. They would be installing a manufactured system before it would outlet into the 66 -inch pipe. Mrs. Boring inquired if that was presented to staff. Mr. Ruma responded that information was included in their original waiver request. Mr. Hammersmith responded that he does not have the details of staff's review at hand, but he can provide that information for the second reading, if Council desires. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher stated that she would like more information. Council does see this type of issue frequently, where initially it seemed to be an insignificant cost, but the homeowners, especially if there are only six homes, cannot afford the maintenance costs, and the City ultimately accepts the responsibility. She would prefer another acceptable option other than a non - waiver component of the stormwater requirements. Mr. Ruma reassured Council that they would do whatever the City requests, as they wish to do what is best for the community. There will be a cost to maintain the stormwater facility, but whether it should be maintained by those six homeowners is an issue for Council to decide. However, they will do whatever is determined appropriate. Mr. Gerber stated that the City has experienced situations previously when new homes are constructed -- problems can result for the adjoining landowners. A balance must be maintained. He would like to see Engineering's review. Mr. Reiner inquired if the housing component would be equal to or better than the surrounding homes. Mr. Ruma responded affirmatively. Mr. Keenan inquired if these lots are larger than the surrounding lots. Mr. Ruma responded that the lots are 85 feet x 125 - 130 feet. Mr. Keenan inquired if Lot #1 is a rental property. Mr. Ruma stated that the existing homeowner still resides in the property. Mr. Keenan inquired if the existing homeowner is "grandfathered," and, therefore, could not be forced to participate in a homeowners association. RECORgub9nFCigy �cR;EEDINGS Minutes of Meeting - AMN LEGAL G�K 11K. `M-4) 10144 March 25, 2013 Page 5 of 9 Held �sl Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher noted that the homeowner rents the ranch home that is there. Mr. Ruma responded that Mr. Eggspuehler owns the home and is renting it out. Because he is selling the property, he assumes he is in agreement to that lot being included in the rezoning. Mr. Eggspuehler also owns the two lots to the north, which will also be part of this purchase agreement. Those were zoned in the Hemingway development. Mr. Keenan inquired if the lots at the intersection belong to Mr. Eggspuehler. Mr. Ruma responded that the lots on Adventure Drive belong to him, as well. Mrs. Boring inquired why, if the purchase includes the two lots to the north, the proposed plan did not fully extend the sidewalk all the way around the development, rather than leaving it disconnected, which is not aesthetically pleasing. Ms. Husak stated that the plan provides for the sidewalk to extend along the fronting lots only. It does not go around to the other side of the street where there are no fronting lots. Mrs. Boring stated that there needs to be a full connection so that a pedestrian could walk around continuously without crossing the street. This particularly makes sense if the two lots to the north will be incorporated into the purchase. It would also look much more finished. Mr. Ruma noted that a consideration was made for the mature trees there. The cul de sac curves to the south to avoid and preserve that tree line. Mrs. Boring requested clarification of the sidewalk on the site plan. Ms. Husak stated that, as proposed, there is sidewalk from Coffman Road along the south side of Killarney Court and ending at the driveway on Lot #6. The cul de sac was curved to the south to preserve the trees on the north side. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher inquired if this is a shared path. Ms. Husak responded that it is a regular sidewalk. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher stated that the sidewalk ends at the driveway on the last lot, but does not take a pedestrian the remainder of the way to Coffman Road. She understands the reason is for the preservation of the trees, but somehow the driveway and the sidewalk need to be married properly, so that the ending appears more natural. Mr. Ruma stated that it is not uncommon to also provide a stub or ramp down to the street. Mr. Reiner inquired what is the target market for the development. Mr. Ruma responded that it would likely be young families. There will be two -story houses and perhaps one ranch. Mrs. Boring stated that the text states that trees disturbed during construction would be replaced with like kind. How many of those trees will be removed due to the roadway construction? Mr. Ruma responded that the intent is for none to be disturbed. Only a few trees at the front will be lost, which will be addressed per the replacement policy. Mr. Reiner asked that, if trees must be replaced, they not be replaced with white pines but with Norway spruces. Ms. Husak responded that would be so noted. Mrs. Boring requested that at the second reading, information be provided regarding the number of trees that would be removed. Mr. Keenan noted that Engineering would also provide detention information. Mrs. Boring inquired if it is correct that no new lot would be added if the reserve area were eliminated. Mr. Ruma confirmed that is correct. However, if that area were to be eliminated, would Council like to see these lots widened, or is a park preferred? Mr. Keenan suggested that staff provide input. Ms. Husak stated that part of the reason the reserve was proposed there is that the area is not a buildable lot. It also fulfills a portion of the developer's obligation to dedicate land for parkland. Mrs. Boring noted that it would still require the residents to maintain it, and it would require a higher level of maintenance than a detention pond. Mr. Ruma stated that they would work with the City planners and submit an alternative plan for that area, and Council can decide which is more desirable. RECORgub9nFCi�y &9 NGS Minutes of Meeting March 25, 2013 Page 6 of 9 Mrs. Boring summarized that Mr. Ruma would work with staff on the issues identified tonight for the second reading on April 8. INTRODUCTION /PUBLIC HEARING — RESOLUTIONS Resolution 11 -13 Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Contract with NAPA /IBS for an On -Site Parts /Equipment Supply Center. Mr. Gerber introduced the resolution. Ms. Crandall stated this resolution would permit the City to enter into an agreement with NAPA Auto Parts for an on -site parts store within the City's fleet maintenance building. This proposal was discussed during the budget workshops, and funding was authorized in the 2013 Operating Budget. A full -time NAPA employee would be on site during all operating hours for the Fleet Maintenance division. This arrangement is possible as part of the National Joint Power Alliance, a cooperative purchasing organization that has already bid this type of service. Mr. Keenan stated that he assumes this will not be open to the general public. Ms. Crandall responded that it would not. Mr. Keenan inquired if NAPA would be charged a lease for the space. Ms. Crandall responded that they would not. Renovations will be completed to make the space secure. The City is essentially paying for NAPA/IBS to be on site with a person to run their store. This will reduce much of the time spent by the City's Fleet Administrator and technicians on research for needed parts and travel to pick up the parts. An analysis was conducted on the amount of staff time used for that purpose and the cost of having an employee perform this work. Mr. Reiner inquired if the City's volume of business is that significant to warrant the on- site store. Ms. Crandall responded that the City does a significant amount of purchasing of auto parts annually. In addition, the intent is to approach the Dublin Schools to inquire about their interest in sharing the store, as well. The school fleet maintenance facility is across the street. Mr. Keenan asked for confirmation that, based on the contract, there potentially could be nearly $.5 million of inventory on site. Ms. Crandall responded that she is uncertain about how much the City is spending on parts. Another advantage to this arrangement is that NAPA would own and manage the inventory. The City would not own any of it. Mr. Keenan requested clarification of the statement that NAPA could require the City to purchase all the non -NAPA inventory. Ms. Crandall stated that NAPA would manage the auto parts the City currently has in stock until they are depleted, or NAPA would buy the City's obsolete parts. Mr. Keenan inquired if, going forward, the City would be purchasing only NAPA parts. Ms. Crandall responded negatively. NAPA would also source parts from other manufacturers, so they can provide whatever the City needs. NAPA is part of a larger company called Integrated Business Solutions, which has access to numerous manufacturers and suppliers. This is the same company that provides all the office supplies for Staples. Mr. Keenan stated that this concept is really 'outside the box." He requested the City Manager's input. Ms. Grigsby stated that the City has looked at this in terms of the ability to reduce staff time used to research and pick up auto parts and allow the City's technicians and mechanics to do their intended work. NAPA is also able to provide a better price than what the City can obtain through its current State purchasing contracts. Staff's review determined that this decision is justified from a financial and efficiency standpoint. There is the potential for future expansion of the opportunity to the Schools and to provide facility supplies in addition to auto parts. This will provide better control and accountability for expenditure of City monies. Ms. Crandall noted that later in the year, facility and custodial supplies will be added to the store's inventory. Minutes of J Y TON LEGAL SCAN# wc'. FORM NO 90941 Held RECOR March 25, 2013 Page 7 of 9 20 Meeting Ms. Grigsby stated that last fall, the Ohio Department of Transportation determined that it had dollars available to fund additional projects due to the fact that they had saved over $7 million by moving to this purchasing process. Mr. Keenan noted that these items are high theft targets, and not necessarily from the outside. How will NAPA's inventory be secured? Will it be totally separated from City space? Ms. Crandall responded that the space has been remodeled so that it is completely secure. There is no alarm, but there is a camera system within the facility. NAPA will lock up the store in the evening when they leave the site. The space is far more secure now than it was previously. Mr. Keenan inquired if the store would have an outside entrance. Ms. Crandall responded that the store has both outside and inside entrances. Ms. Grigsby stated that all the City's inventory is tracked electronically, so the City can run reports to check the parts used against the amounts charged. Mr. Keenan requested that the City keep a close eye on this issue during the first six months or year of operation. Vote on the Resolution Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Ms. Chinnici- Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes. Resolution 12 -13 Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Franklin County Commissioners for the Administration of Wireless 9 -1 -1 Government Assistance Funds. Mr. Keenan introduced the resolution. Jay Somerville, Director. Division of Police Technical Services Bureau, stated that this resolution authorizes a new agreement with Franklin County Commissioners for the administration of 9 -1 -1 funds that are collected at the State level and remitted to the County, providing Dublin a portion of those funds for the services it provides to answer 9- 1-1 calls for the northwest portion of Franklin County. The previous agreement expired December 31, 2012, which coincided with what was anticipated to be the end of the wireless surcharge. However, House Bill 360 reduced the amount of the monthly charge and made the collection of a wireless surcharge permanent. The new agreement will permit Dublin to continue to receive a portion of those funds. Vote on the Resolution Mr. Gerber, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes. Resolution 13 -13 Appointing Members to the Various Boards and Commissions of the City of Dublin. Mr. Gerber, Administrative Committee member, introduced the resolution authorizing the following appointments: • Chris Amorose Groomes reappointed to a four -year term on the Planning & Zoning Commission • John Hardt reappointed to a four -year term on the Planning & Zoning Commission • Chris Kelley reappointed to a three -year term on the Board of the Dublin Foundation • Shaun Campbell reappointed to a three -year term on the Personnel Board of Review The Committee anticipates the remainder of the pending appointments, including the Architectural Review Board, Board of Zoning Appeals, Dublin Convention & Visitors Bureau, and the Community Services Advisory Commission, will be made at the April 8 Council meeting. Vote on the Resolution Mr. Keenan, yes; Ms. Chinnici- Zuercher, yes; Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes. RECOR�ub�inFCi�y oOCEEDINGS Minutes of Meeting GAYTCN LEGAL BLANK WC FORM NC IOUB Held March 25, 2013 Page 8 of 9 2U OTHER • Request for motion to take from the table the remaining portion of proposed amendments to the Dublin Soccer League /City of Dublin agreement (tabled at the February 11, 2013 Council meeting) and schedule this matter for hearing at the April 8, 2013 Council meeting Mr. Keenan moved to take this matter from the table and schedule for hearing at the April 8, 2013 meeting. Mr. Gerber seconded the motion. Vote on the motion Mr. Reiner, yes; Mr. Keenan, yes; Mrs. Boring, yes; Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher, yes; Mr. Gerber, yes. STAFF COMMENTS Ms. Grigsby reported that the City had nominated Paul Hammersmith for appointment to the MORPC Transportation Advisory Committee, and he has been appointed to that committee. This committee does much of the transportation project review and recommendation to the MORPC Policy Committee. The City is pleased that Mr. Hammersmith has been appointed. Mrs. Boring congratulated Mr. Hammersmith on his appointment. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS /COUNCIL ROUNDTABLE Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher reported: 1. She and Ms. Grigsby attended the March 14 MORPC Board and Policy Commission meeting where there was discussion regarding TRAC projects and funding and the criteria used for decisions. It is important for the Committee to review the criteria used for making recommendations for the use of the Transportation monies. Because the Transportation money has been reduced on the Federal level, the distribution to the State has been reduced, as well. More information will be forthcoming. It will be good to have Mr. Hammersmith serving on that committee. The Regional Policy Committee will meet this Thursday, with a heavy agenda, including discussion concerning legislation that could impact cities. Copies of that information are provided in Council's planning room. 2. She attended the Ohio Municipal League (OML) board meeting this past Friday, March 22. Much of the discussion focused on House Bill 5. Ms. Gibson has been engaged in this effort. OML Director Sue Cave thanked both Dublin and Columbus for allowing their staff to work on this issue. Concern about House Bill 5 remains, although an immediate vote is not anticipated at this time. Mr. Keenan inquired if the OML testified regarding House Bill 5. Ms. Chinn ici-Zuercher responded that they did. A copy of their testimony is provided in the Council planning room. Mr. Keenan inquired if Ms. Gibson or the Columbus representative testified. Ms. Grigsby responded that they did not testify, but they have been meeting with Representative Grossman and the committee working on this issue. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher noted that in her last update to Council, Ms. Gibson had raised the concern that, while they had been meeting regularly and thought there had been agreement on certain provisions, the new bill did not contain those provisions. The City is concerned due to the impact the bill could have on the City's collection costs. Mr. Keenan inquired if that issue would be brought to Senator Hughes' attention when the bill reaches that level. Ms. Grigsby responded that staff has already had discussions with Senator Hughes and Representative Duffy. MORPC also directed a letter to their attention, for which the City had provided input. Ms. Chinnici - Zuercher stated that some of the OML board members are from Cuyahoga and Montgomery counties. In those areas, the municipalities held press conferences sharing their position on House Bill 5. The representative from Dayton inquired what Columbus had done in that regard. She explained that MORPC, with the input of Dublin and Columbus, has forwarded a letter to our local representatives sharing our concerns and that our staff has worked closely with the OML committee involved in this effort. RECORIR I F qp q EDINGS Minutes of Meeting March 25, 2013 Page 9 of 9 LEGAL SANK_ INC. FORM NO 10148 Held — - - -_. - - —20 Mr. Keenan commended Mrs. Boring for running a very efficient meeting. Mrs. Boring thanked him and noted that it was possible due to a short agenda and Council members' efficient responses. Mr. Reine r reiterated Mr. Keenan's comments. This was a short, succinct meeting, which is greatly appreciated. Mrs. Boring: 1. Reported that she attended the groundbreaking ceremony for HCR ManorCare. Jason Hohlefelder, Regional Director of Operations, was present and indicated that they anticipate opening in 2014. 2. Reminded Council that the Finance Committee of the Whole will be April 8 at 6:00 p.m. The agenda includes the Presidents Cup proposal. 3. Reminded Council of: the Literacy event at Wright Elementary on April 3; the Jig Thursday event on April 4 in Historic Dublin; and the Hidaka Cherry Tree Luncheon on Friday, April 12. AD30URN The meeting was adjourned at 7 ::50 p.m. l�l( • ���ef �'c�IJ Mayor - Pes ing Officer 1I Clerk of Council